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Youth Heart Attacks Surge: Under 45s at Risk, Stress & Sedentary Lifestyle Blamed

Youth Heart Attacks Surge: Under 45s at Risk, Stress & Sedentary Lifestyle Blamed

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News18•20-03-2026, 16:00

Youth Heart Attacks Surge: Under 45s at Risk, Stress & Sedentary Lifestyle Blamed

•Heart attacks, once an elderly issue, now affect 4-10% of youth under 45, with deaths increasing in the 15-44 age group.
•Stress from corporate competition, unattainable targets, and social media influence raises heart attack risk by 30-50%.
•Sedentary lifestyles, 8-10 hours on screens, and lack of physical activity contribute to heart problems and high blood pressure in youth.
•Metabolic risks like diabetes, high cholesterol, and high BP, previously seen after 40, now appear as early as 25 due to poor diet and sleep.
•Prevention includes 30 minutes of daily physical activity, fiber-rich diet, reduced salt/sugar/oil, and 7-8 hours of deep sleep.

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